If you were transported back 100 years, would you recognize the Unitarian faith? What has changed and what has stayed the same? At this service with Rev. Sue Browning we’ll consider the evolution of Unitarianism and ask which parts of the tradition continue to sustain us in 2018. Music by “High and Wides”.
Song Breath and Release: Sermon: The Jewish Prophet Isaiah told the ancient Israelites to let go of the past so they could see the miracles taking place in front of them. With what feels like chaos in our current world, it may be difficult to see what is emerging in our own lives and the world … Continue reading Apr 8, Josh Long, “Can You See the Miracle?”
When in your life have you discovered a fresh perspective? Are there mornings when you see the yesterday’s realities in a new light? At this service Rev. Sue Browning will explore the contrasts between darkness and light in the Christian story of Good Friday and Easter. Clarinetist Rebekah Hardy and harpist Meredith Hadaway will be our guest musicians for this service.
There’s no shortage of justice work that needs doing in today’s world. How do we find the work that we are called to do and the faith and strength to sustain it, and ourselves, for the long haul?
Living a life where you make choices that align with your ethical standards seems the right thing to do. At this service Rev. Sue Browning will consider the challenges and blessings that come when we decide to center integrity in our lives.
Your UUCR Social Justice and Welcoming Congregation Committee members will explore and express various responses to these questions. You will be surprised to learn that not all motivations are altruistic! Special music for this service will be performed by Fredy Granillo.
There is no error-free path to building bridges across differences. What helps us keep trying? At this service Rev. Sue Browning will consider experiences which help us shed light on our subconscious assumptions and ways we might address those biases most resistant to change.
Eighteen years ago Bishop Tilghman started The Potterhouse Ministries in Rock Hall, which later moved to Fairlee. Bishop Tilghman, a leader of the local chapter of the NAACP, is working to build better relationships within the community.
In the Bible, rituals of sacrifice were central to religious life. In modern times where there is success, we revere the sacrifices made to achieve the goal. Join Rev. Sue for this service where together we’ll ask, is sacrifice all that necessary?
Click on title to hear audio. Sherwin Markman, an experienced observer of the American political scene, was an assistant to President Lyndon Johnson at a time when, with the active participation of both political parties, immense progress was achieved in such areas as voting rights, civil rights, Medicare, child care, and much, much more. He will … Continue reading Feb 11, Sherwin Markman, “Decency in the American Presidency: Do We Have It? Have We Ever Had It? Will We Have It Again?”
